The women's 5000 metres event at the 2004 African Championships in Athletics was held in Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo on July 14.
Results edit
| Rank | Name | Nationality | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 |
Etalemahu Kidane |  Ethiopia |
16:25.83 | |
 |
Priscah Jepleting |  Kenya |
16:26.15 | |
 |
Angele Haronsimana |  Burundi |
16:55.99 |